Gears & Gadgets

What is Gears & Gadgets?

Founded in 2012, Gears & Gadgets is an exclusive quarterly event hosted by Minnesota Manufacturing Executives (MME) where members discuss manufacturing business trends and develop synergistic connections. A typical event showcases a manufacturing industry speaker followed by a networking Happy Hour with a cash bar and appetizers. Our generous Platinum Sponsors contribute to the success of Gears & Gadgets.

Why attend Gears & Gadgets?

Stay current on manufacturing industry changes that affect your business

How do I receive an invitation to Gears & Gadgets?

Please contact the group founder, Marni Hockenberg at marni@hockenbergsearch.com; 952.500.9542. Marni Hockenberg is the Principal of Hockenberg Search, a firm specializing in talent acquisition for the manufacturing industry. Your network is your net worth — see you at Gears & Gadgets!

715-386-2800

Every business has obstacles, and the journey never goes exactly as planned. But one thing is certain: What separates the successful CEOs from the unsuccessful CEOs is whether or not they adopt a comprehensive process of execution. That’s where we come in. Resultants For Business (RFB) works with owners and their leadership teams to turn vision into executable strategy and complex problems into simple solutions. The result is accelerated growth and value. Please contact Steve Wilcox, President; steve@theresultantsforbusiness.com; www.theresultants.com, 715-386-2800, 1228 10th Street, Hudson, WI 54016

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Fidelity is an independent, privately-owned business bank. What makes us different from the rest is the Intellectual Capital that enables us to meet customer needs more quickly, provide more creative financial solutions, and anticipate issues before they arise. Please contact Jeff Campbell, Vice President, jeff@fidelitybank.com; www.fidelitybankmn.com, 952-830-7221, 7600 Parklawn Avenue, Edina, MN 55435

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Confections, conservation tillage equipment, kitchen appliances, mouth guards, ammunition, engineered films/plastic, industrial pumps, food additives, and pacemakers—these are just a handful of the products upon which Lindquist & Vennum’s manufacturing clients have built their businesses. Our 160 attorneys work closely with manufacturers across all practice areas to understand not only their products and their processes, but also how their corporate goals fit within larger industry trends. With deep manufacturing experience in both transactional work and in litigation, our attorneys help manufacturing clients build businesses that are as high quality as their products—and do so without bursting client budgets. Please contact Dillion White, Business Development Manager at dwhite@lindquist.comhttp://www.lindquist.com/ 612-371-3217 4200, IDS Center, 80 South 8th Street, Minneapolis, MN 5540

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More than 5,600 professionals at Lockton provide more than 48,000 clients around the world risk management, insurance and employee benefit consulting services. For over 40 years we’ve been able to tailor our services to meet the specific needs of clients within the manufacturing industry. Although Lockton is the world’s largest privately held insurance brokerage firm, clients most frequently describe us as team members who make their business better. Contact Joe Haskins, Producer, 763-512-8604, JHaskins@lockton.com, www.Lockton.com

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DS+B provides a connected, proactive and accessible team to streamline your outsourced accounting, tax and business advisory needs – so you can spend more time focused on growing your business. With 60+ years actively involved in the Minneapolis / St. Paul business community, DS+B CPAs and specialists work with small to midsized manufacturing firms, their management teams and shareholders across Minnesota. For more information, go to www.dsb-cpa.com/manufacturing or contact: Clint Seehusen, Principal, at CSeehusen@dsb-cpa.com or 612.630.5084

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SUCCESS Computer Consulting is a managed services provider based out of Golden Valley that provides managed network support, advanced network engineering, outsourced helpdesk and database and reporting services; all designed to help you achieve business success. For more information, go to www.sccnet.com or contact Scott Wiyninger, Account Executive, at ScottW@sccnet.com or 763-593-3000.

Published by Tiger Oak Media and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota Business magazine covers small and midsize companies throughout the state, revealing the successes, challenges and lessons to be drawn from their experiences. This fall, on October 27, Minnesota Business will be hosting its Manufacturing Awards, recognizing the hard work and success of the Minnesota manufacturing industry. Our magazine maintains a steady focus on industries that make up the state’s economy, providing a fascinating mix of companies and personalities in every issue. Readers turn to our magazine for not only useful information, but also inspiration as they pursue success. www.minnesotabusiness.com/

952-500-9542

Hockenberg Search firm specializes in senior leadership retained recruitment for the manufacturing industry. We blend personalized service with “big search firm” expertise to advance the growth strategies of our manufacturing clients. Companies call us when their need is now, when their hiring selection criteria is critical, when there is no room for error and it has to be done right the first time. Please contact Marni Hockenberg, Principal, at 952-500-9542, marni@hockenbergsearch.com; www.hockenbergsearch.com, 10653 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 250, Minnetonka,MN 55305

Marketing Collaboration Partners

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Over 400 local manufacturing companies have joined the Manufacturers Alliance to stay on top of trends, make improvements in their companies, and learn from peers what worked, what didn’t, and why. If you want your company to learn industry best practices join the Manufacturers Alliance today.